Newark to Austin (EWR–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–AUS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,501 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 103 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 37 | 737, 739, 7M9, B39M, E75L, E7W | 4h15-5h19 | Star Alliance | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 14 | 320, 32Q | 4h52-6h | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from Newark
| Metric | EWR→AUS | TEB→AUS | LGA→AUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 51 | 8 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 3h 27m | 4h 34m |
| Departure OTP | 43% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · AUS: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 4:00 PM in Austin.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
EWR–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to AUS
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 51 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to AUS ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,501 miles (2,416 km). There are approximately 51 weekly flights outbound and 66 return, totaling 117 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
103 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and New York (JFK).